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Leading case on Charter s. 8 search and seizure rights in digital contexts. Court held that warrantless access to subscriber information violates reasonable expectation of privacy. Establishes important precedent for digital privacy rights.

Landmark decision establishing presumptive ceiling for reasonable delay under Charter s. 11(b). Created new framework: 18 months for provincial court cases, 30 months for superior court cases. Transformative impact on criminal justice system.

Historic decision on medical assistance in dying (MAID). Court struck down Criminal Code prohibition as violating Charter s. 7 life, liberty and security. Led to federal legislation permitting physician-assisted death in specific circumstances.

Transformative case on summary judgment procedure. Lowered threshold for granting summary judgment to promote access to justice and timely resolution. Courts should grant summary judgment unless genuine issue requiring trial.